Parks, Institutions and Neighbourhood Services Background
Institutions + Park Space
Institutions and park space are important characteristics of a neighbourhood. A neighbourhood that is well served by a range of services (think doctor’s offices, grocery stores, offices, schools, daycares, parks, etc.) is a desirable goal. By reducing the reliance on a vehicle to complete basic tasks, we can reduce our carbon footprint, increase individual health by choosing alternative transportation forms where possible, and support a strong local economy.
Figure 1. All parcels zoned P-2 (District Assembly) or P-3 (Park and Public Use)
Services
Staff noted in their survey of the Estates that there appears to be few opportunities for childcare (4 locations) and doctor’s offices, while there appears to many dental offices in the area. The area is served by three grocery stores (one large, two small), and many restaurants. There are several fitness opportunities nearby, and many opportunities for religious participation.
Table 1. Estimated access rate to childcare by neighbourhood, from the District of Squamish’s2020 Childcare Access PlanParks
The Estates contains two neighborhood parks (Willow Park and Pat Goode Park), two undeveloped parks (Paco road and Bill’s Place) and two unofficial parks (Squamish Golf Course and Mamquam School Park). The southernmost area of the Estates are identified as needing a new Neighbourhood Park, as it is underserved by both park space and playground space.
Table 2. Inventory of Parks in the Garibaldi Estates
Park Name | Park Classification | Location | Description | Size |
Willow Park | Neighbourhood Park | 1803 Willow Crescent | Playground, Dog Park | 0.23ha |
Pat Goode Park | Neighbourhood Park | 40422 Cheakamus Way | Playground, Open Space | 1.08ha |
Bills Place Park | Environmental + Drainage | 40178 Bill’s Place | Undeveloped | 0.29ha |
Dedicated Park (Paco) | Environmental + Drainage | Behind Paco Road | Undeveloped | |
Park Crescent (Coho Park) | Neighbourhood Park | Park Cres | Hiking/Biking | 1.14ha |
Mamquam School Park | Unofficial Park | Mamquam School | Playground, Field | |
Squamish Golf Course | Unofficial Park | Golf, trails |
Figure 2. Map of Playground Service Areas in the Garibaldi Estates, from the 2012 District of Squamish Parks and Recreation Master Plan.